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What's the meaning of Good Golly, Miss Molly?

Where did the phrase Good Golly, Miss Molly come from?

The title was taken from the pet phrase of one of Little Richard's favorite DJ's, Jimmy Pennick. Musically, the song was inspired by the sax player Jackie Brenston, famous for singing lead and playing with Ike Turner on the song "Rocket 88."

Who is Miss Molly?

"Miss Molly" is Molly Conrad and Michael Theroux. Molly has been singing and playing piano for many years, and was a regular performer in the Minneapolis folk scene.

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